How to Manage Sick Days When You're Diabetic
By HealthCentral Editorial Team
Fluids
8oz each waking hour, 4oz for children.
Preferred fluids: clear, caffeine free such as:
  • Chicken beef or vegetable broth
  • Decaf tea
  • Jello, sugar fee or not depending on BG levels
  • Caffeine free soda
  • Ice popsicles, sugar free or not depending on BG levels
  • Water
By HealthCentral Editorial Team— Last Modified: 03/26/2012, First Published: 07/19/2011